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Split Jerk demonstration

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Strength / Barbell

Split Jerk

An overhead lift driving the barbell up with a leg dip and receiving it in a split stance with locked arms.

Equipment

Barbell

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Triceps · Traps · Glutes

Instructions

  1. 01

    Hold the barbell across your front rack with elbows high.

  2. 02

    Dip straight down by bending your knees slightly.

  3. 03

    Explosively drive the bar overhead with your legs and arms.

  4. 04

    Split your feet forward and back as the bar locks out.

  5. 05

    Stand up by bringing your feet back together under the bar.

  6. 06

    Lower the bar and repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.